This material transcribed by Cary Thomas, Seattle. Begun January 16, 2000.
NOTE: "D. T." = Dakota TerritoryIn a 3.5" x 7.25" booklet, Reverand N.E. [ Nelson Everett ] Jennings recorded, in his own hand, the following marriages ...
This certifies that Ethan A. Luke and Libbie J.[Jennings?] Luke, both of Avon, Bon Homme Co. [county], D.T. [Dakota Territory] were united in Holy Matrimony at the residence of bride's father's of the 4th day of Feb. 1880 by Rev. N. E. Jennings.
This certifies that Adelbert Hurd and Minerva Baker were united in holy matrimony on the 5th day of Dec. 1881 at the residence of Bride's father's. All of Bon Homme Co., D. T., by Rev N. E. Jennings.
This certifies that Frank Warren and Alice Harrison were united in holy matrimony on the 5th day of March 1882 at the residence of Bride's father. Frank Warren of Oak Hollow, Douglas Co., D. T., and Alice Harris [sic] of Aden, Hutchison Co. by Rev N. E. Jennings.
This certifies that Charles Bangert [Baugert?] and Reka Walker were united in Holy Matrimony on 3rd day of March 1883. Both of Avon, Bon Homme Co., D. T., by Rev. N. E. Jennings
This certifies that Frank Martin and Angelia Luke were united in Holy Marriage March 25th 1883 at the residence of bride's Father. Both of Avon, Bon Homme Co., D. T. by Rev. N. E. Jennings
This certifies that Freeman D. Cook and Sarah L Hendrick were unitied in Holy Marriage on the 14th day of Feb. 1884 at the residence of bride's father. All of Myrtle, Bon Homme Co., D. T., by Rev. N. E. Jennings
This certifies that William A. Luke and Emma E. Smith were united in Holy Marriage on the 24th day of Feb 1884 at my residence. All of Avon, Bon Homme Co., D. T. by Rev N. E. Jennings.
This is to certify Frank McDonald and Emma A Hinkley were united in holy marriage the 3rd day of Feb 1884, at the residence of bride's father all of Lorretta, Bon Homme Co., D. T. by Rev N. E. Jennings
This certifies that N. Winne [Vinne?] Van Laut [?] and Mina McLane were united in holy marriage Jan 17th 1884 at the residence of bride's parents. All of Avon, Bon Homme Co, D. T., by Rev. N. E. Jennings
This certifies that Christopher Peters and anna M. Bueholg [?] were united in Holy Matrimony the 13th day of July 1884 at the residence of Bride groom. Cheau Feau [??] Creek, Bon Homme Co., D. T., by Rev. N. E. Jennings
This certifies that W. E. M---hing and Catherine Jennings were united in Holy Matrimony Jan 5th 1885 at the residence of N. F. Cornish, Springfield, D. T. Each of Avon, Bon Homme Co., D. T., by Rev N. E. Jennings
This certifies that Leonard S. Sadler and Alice M. Ferry were united in Holy Matrimony April 9th 1885 at my residence. All of Myrtle, Bon Homme Co., D. T., by Rev N. E. Jennings
This certifies that Edwin Martin and Dortha Roth were united Holy Marriage Jan 1st 1885 at Bride groom's parents all of Avon Bon Homme Co., D. T., by Rev N. E. Jennings
This certifies that Clinton Harrington and Ida Roaley [?] were united in Holy Marriage Sept. 24th 1884 at the residence of Bride's parents in ?yndall, D. T. Each of Avon, Bon Homme, Co, D. T., by Rev. N. E. Jennings
This certifies that Dwight McDonald and Amanda Luke were united in marriage Jan 5th 1885 at the residence of Bride's parents. All of Avon, Bon Homme Co., D. T., by Rev. N. E. Jennings
This certifies that Herman Walkes and Mary Ann Baugert were united in Holy matrimony Dec. 26 1883 at my residence. All of Avon, Bon Homme Co., D. T., by Rev N. E. Jennings
This certifies that Alexander Haney and Della Hobbs were united in Holy Matrimony Nov. 5th 1885 at the residence of Joseph Stones, Lyndall, D. T. Both of Avon, Bon Homme, D. T., by Rev. N. E. Jennings
This certifies that A. R. Roberts and Julia Kelsey were united in Holy Matrimony Nov 25th 1885 at my residence in Bushnell, D. T. Both of ?ountain, Brookings Co., D. T., by Rev. N. E. Jennings
This certifies that J. P. Martin and Alice Norton were united Holy Matrimony Feb. 28th 1886 at Mr. ? Furgeson's residence. All of Richland, Brookings Co., D. T., by Rev. N. E. Jennings
This certifies that Vergil Newell and Ellen Widger were united in holy matrimony Oct. 27th 1886 at Mr. Hutchison's furniture store in Elkton, D. T. All of Elkton, Brookings Co., D. T., by Rev. N. E. Jennings
This certifies that Mr. George Merrill of Forrestville [?], D. T., and Miss Minnie Hall of Hamilton, Ontario, Canada were united in holy wedlock by Rev. N. E. Jennings at the residence of Mr. W. Jellis [?] Dec 8th 1887
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newspaper clipping info follow ...
{ The following newspaper clippings were pasted into the same marriage booklet ... }
-- At the residence of the bride's parent, Dec. 20, 1886, Walter H. Headley and Louisa M. Montgomery were united in holy wedlock by Rev N. E. Jenning. The occasion was rendered memorable by festivity and the presence of many relatives and friends. The blessings of a kind providence ever attend them.
WHITE -- PLANK. -- At my residence, in Bushnell, D. T. [Dakota Territory?], January 12th, Frank A. White and Florence L. Plank, each of Bushnell, Brookings county, D. T., were united in holy matrimony by Rev. N. E. Jennings. May their path in life be ever fragrant with the flowers of innocence and moral purity, and attended with Heaven's choicest blessings. [no year given]
James Allingham, of Minneapolis, Minnesota, and Olive McDonald, of Avon, were united in marriage, October 28th, 1889, at the residence of the bride's brother, Dwight McDonald, by Rev. N. E. Jennings.
HAWLEY -- CHAMBERLAIN -- At the home of the bride's parents, near Tripp, in Hutchinson county, South Dakota, December 25th, 1889, by Rev. N. E. Jennings, Emanuel D. Hawley, of Barnesville, Clay county, Minnesota, and Miss Emeline M. Chamberlain, of Tripp, Hutchinson county, South Dakota. The presence of relatives and many friends, bringing valuable tokens of love, rendered the occasion one of joy and never to be forgotten. The choicest blessings of God rest upon them.
RANDS -- LAYTON -- At the residence of the bride's mother, January 6th 1890, Edward Rands of Tripp, Hutchinson county, South Dakota, and Ora Nettie Layton, of Pleasant Hill, Hutchinson county, South Dakota, were united in holy wedlock by Rev. N. E. Jennings. Many relatives sere present, making the occasion enjoyable with music, festivity and presents.
{ The following items were loose newspaper clippings in the marriage notebook ... }
At the residence of Daniel West, the groom's father, Charles M. West and Miss Mabel A. Kinikin were united in holy wedlock July 12, both of Jennings. May the tender mercies of God be their earthly heritage. N. E. Jennings officiated. [no year given]
Milford Mo., July 26, 1896 -- At the home of the bridegroom's parents near Milford, today, Mr. Jas. A. Carl, of Milford, and Miss Susie A. Shaw, of Nevada, were united in marriage by the undersigned. May their pathway be ever fragrant with the flowers of peace and joy and attended by God's choicest blessings. Rev. N. E. Jennings.
WILSON -- MAWHINEY -- Mr. Horace G. Wilson, of Choteau Creek, and Daisy J. Mawhiney, of Avon, were united in holy wedlock Feb. 5 1891, by Rev. A. [sic] E. Jennings at the residence of the bride's parents, all of Bon Homme Co., South Dakota. The occasion was highly enjoyable with the presence of relatives and friends. May the blessings of a divine providence attend them.
HAYWARD -- JOHNSON -- At the residence of the bride's mother in Troy, South Dakota, November 4, 1893, by Rev. N. E. Jennings, Rev. Charles H. Hayward of Avon, Bon Homme Co., South Dakota, and Miss Katie Johnson of Troy, Grant Co., S. D.